Predicting the impact of climate change on the habitat suitability and phytochemical quality of Salvia multicaulis Vahl.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Salvia multicaulisVahl is a medicinally valuable and ecologically sensitive species native to the Middle East. It is increasingly threatened by climate change and overharvesting. This study aimed to (1) predict the current (2025) and future (2050 and 2070) habitat suitability of S. multicaulis under two Shared Socioeconomic Pathways (SSP245 and SSP585) using MaxEnt model based on a set of climatic, topographic, and edaphic variables, (2) assess spatial variation in its phytochemical profiles, and (3) develop a quality zoning map integrating chemical and ecological data. A total of 35 occurrence records were compiled for ecological niche modeling, among which 17 representative populations were selected and analyzed for key bioactive compounds-ursolic acid, betulinic acid,

SUBMITTER: Tavan M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12798074 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature